Eileen Gray Menton

(1932) Dual height convertible table. Polished chromium plated tubular steel frame. Pivoting linoleum top with solid beech edging - black on one side (low position), light grey on the other (high position).
High position Low position
H 650mm H 430mm
W 560mm Top H 320mm
L 1260mm W 650mm
O/all Top dims. 560mm x1200mm L 1260mm
*Eileen Gray designed this table for her house in Castellar. She said a dual use was necessary 'to save space', with the table in a high position for eating, writing and working, and a lower position for use as a coffee table. In the higher position the top is light grey ('to be easier on the eye'), and in the lower position the top is black.